Philadelphia vs Pittsburgh: Cost of Living
Last updated 2026-06-15 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Pittsburgh is about 8% cheaper overall. Here is how Philadelphia and Pittsburgh compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.
- Philadelphia cost-of-living index: 102 vs 100
- Pittsburgh cost-of-living index: 94 vs 100
- Philadelphia median 2BR rent: $1,900/mo
- Pittsburgh median 2BR rent: $1,400/mo
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